By COLlive reporter
Rosh Hashanah having passed, and Tishrei officially being in full swing, Bochurim, Shluchim and Anash, both guests and locals, gathered in Bais Rivka in Crown Heights eager to get the year started on the right foot.
A full festive meal was served, and giving words of inspiration were the Rebbe’s Chozer R’ Yoel Kahn, Chairman of Agudas Chasidei Chabad Rabbi Avrohom Shemtov, Rabbi Chaim Shaul Brook of Vaad Hanochos B’Lahak, and Rabbi Yaakov Katan, Mashpia in Tomchei Temimim of Elad. A special video of the Rebbe was shown for the first time, thanks to Jewish Educational Media.
The event kicks off what will be a full month of programming for Bochurim and Anash, who come from far and near to be with the Rebbe for the Festive month of Tishrei.
Like years past, there will be a full line of programs, Shiurim, and Farbengens in English as well, catering to the many Bochurim who are closer to home.
The Vaad Talmidei Hatmimim, which organizes the programs and accommodations, will be running a campaign tomorrow to raise funds for their vital work, during Tishrei and year round.
“For the Bochurim growing up today, we see that our work is as vital as ever,” said Rabbi Tzvi Altein, who directs the organization. “It is thanks to the generosity of caring Chassidim all over the world that makes it all possible. We are committed to making sure each Bochur can connect to the Rebbe today just like it was before.”
The campaign begins tomorrow, Thursday, 4 Tishrei – Oct. 6th at 11am EDT. For 24 hours, every donation will be matched x4, maximizing the impact of each one who partners in the campaign.
“We know how much the Rebbe cherished the Bochurim. This is our opportunity to ensure that each one fulfills their greatest potential,” he added.
Details will follow as the campaign goes live.
For updates about English speaking programming taking place throughout Tishrei, text “Tishrei” to 33222.
Kol hakavod Avremel and Nachman Lokshin real baalei chesed!!! May hashem continue to give you much brachos!!!
He is one of a kind. Every yeshiva can learn from him.
What was the pirsum rishon that was shown? Is there any way we could see it?
A real mentch. Thank you for helping this great cause!
Thank you for all you do
Did they have something like this for the girls too?
I hope the campaign is for nothing less then a million
This is unbelievable. Hard to put in words how important this is…